This is another shirt that I drafted from a pin on Pinterest. It is actually a Burda pattern that I saw at one point last year. It was a pretty simple pattern, so it wasn’t like I needed to buy it. It is just a big boxy shirt.
So…not sure about it. It is really big (about 27.5″ wide and 21″ long). I think it would be much better in a fabric that has more drape to it, or to cut it on the bias. I probably could have cut it on the bias (had enough fabric), but I thought that it would drape well.
It didn’t.
I think the shirt is pretty in the mint green satin, but it doesn’t look all that great on me.
*sigh*
I did spend some time on it to make it look nice, though.
I bias bound the arms to finish them.
I under stitched the facing at the collar to give it a clean line.
Oh well…you win some and you lose some. I imagine that these types of disasters are what clothing designers go through with their samples. Determining what type of fabric works best with their designs is a pretty important step. Experience is always a good teacher.
If I make this design again, I will likely cut it on the bias. It definitely needs to drape down or else it just sticks out too much.
Gorgeous color and that is part of sewing you win several and lose some. I am always amazed with your drafting.
Thanks Lori! This one was pretty easy to draft, but yes, we do win several and lose some. 🙂
Still looks amazing on you!
Thanks, Michelle!